Housekeeper

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Harrogate is looking for a part-time Housekeeper to support cleaning and catering services. This role requires a flexible individual with experience in cleaning, a Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2, and a friendly attitude. Responsibilities include maintaining hygiene standards and collaborating with a multi-professional team. Open discussions on salary and a commitment to further training are encouraged. Visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Part-time position (10 hours) shifts from 7-9 am, Monday to Friday.
• Experience with cleaning duties and use of chemicals and equipment.
• Experience or volunteering in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning for office, patient, and communal areas.
• Assist with catering and food service as required.
• Maintain safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Organisational skills

Friendly attitude

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2

Numeracy, literacy, and IT Level 2

NVQ Level 2 Housekeeping

Job description

Housekeepers are responsible for providing and maintaining cleaning and catering services as part of the Hotel Services team within the Trust, ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment for staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning for office, patient, and communal areas.
• Maintain safety and hygiene standards in a demanding environment.
• Assist with catering and food service as required.
• Work collaboratively with a multi‑professional team, thinking on the spot and demonstrating empathy.
• Maintain a positive approach and image when working with client groups across the Trust.

Requirements

• Part‑time position (10 hours) shifts 7‑9 am, Monday to Friday.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work short notice or extra hours.
• Experience with cleaning duties, use of chemicals, and equipment.
• Experience or volunteering in a mental health and learning disabilities setting.
• Strong organisational skills and a friendly, positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 or commitment to obtain within an agreed timescale.
• Numeracy, literacy, and IT Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE grades 9‑4 A‑C in the old system).
• NVQ Level 2 Housekeeping desirable.
• Commitment to undertake further training and qualifications as required.

Additional Information

• Salient details: salary to be discussed and open to discussion.
• Visa sponsorship available for Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visas (subject to eligibility).
• Second‑hand smoke free environment – a strict no‑smoking policy across all buildings and grounds.
• The Trust is committed to protecting staff, service users, and visitors and providing high‑quality mental health and learning disability care.
• Two start dates per month: the 1st and 3rd Mondays.